1964 Map of Galena

About this map

The transition from rural Delaware County into the northern edge of Columbus is captured here during a period of significant hydrological and suburban change. The sprawling Alum Creek Lake and Hoover Reservoir dominate the landscape, reflecting the mid-century infrastructure projects that altered the natural flow of Big Walnut Creek and Little Walnut Creek. At the southern edge of the sheet, the expansion of Westerville is anchored by the campus of Otterbein College, while the historic heart of Galena sits near the northern reaches of the reservoir. Local history is preserved in landmarks such as the Township Meeting House and the small settlement of Africa. Transportation corridors like the Conrail line and the Worthington-Galena Road connect these outlying villages to the growing capital city, while Kilns near Galena point to the area's industrial past.